Maple seeds’ unique spinning motion allows them to travel far even in the rain, a new study shows
When wind or other disturbances detach winged maple seeds called samaras from their parent tree,…
What’s the shape of the universe? Mathematicians use topology to study the shape of the world and everything in it
When you look at your surrounding environment, it might seem like you’re living on a…
A quantum computing startup says it is already making millions of light-powered chips
American quantum computing startup PsiQuantum announced yesterday that it has cracked a significant puzzle on…
Whales sing when they’ve had a good meal – new research
Spanning more octaves than a piano, humpback whales sing powerfully into the vast ocean. These…
AI supporting our winter wellness – UKRI
The winter months bring challenges for all of us, be it keeping fit, staying warm…
AIs flunk language test that takes grammar out of the equation
Generative AI systems like large language models and text-to-image generators can pass rigorous exams that…
70% of EU citizens used online public services in 2024 – News articles
In 2024, 70.0% of people aged 16-74 in the EU stated that they had used…
Quantum navigation could transform how we travel. So what is it, and how does it work?
Quantum technology is no longer confined to the lab – it’s making its way into…
AI-detection software isn’t the solution to classroom cheating — assessment has to shift
Two years since the release of ChatGPT, teachers and institutions are still struggling with assessment…
Selenium is an essential nutrient named after the Greek goddess of the Moon − crucial to health, it may help prevent and treat cancer
Selenium is a nutrient that plays a crucial role in human health, contributing to the…